Load-bearing system

ABSTRACT

A load-bearing belt that employs first forward projecting lever and second forward projecting lever and first rear lever and second rear lever to ultimately cause a backpack or baby pack to lift upward. This upward lift provides the user some respite from the weight and pressure of a backpack or baby pack. The user manually moves the first forward projecting lever and second forward projecting lever in a downward motion, which in turn raises the first rear lever and second rear lever in an upward motion through the combined assistance of a first fulcrum and second fulcrum. Once the first rear lever and second rear lever lift upward, a backpack or baby pack will be forced upward and ultimately into a more comfortable position as weight burden is alleviated from the back and shoulders.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is a load-bearing system for backpacks or babypacks comprising a waist belt, first forward projecting lever and secondforward projecting lever each with grips, a shorter first rear lever andsecond rear lever complete with first upward extension and second upwardextension and a first fulcrum and second fulcrum that are configured tocause the first rear lever and second rear lever to react upon appliedforce to the first forward projecting lever and second forwardprojecting lever. When downward force is applied to the first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever, the first rearlever and second rear lever will lift upward. This function forces thefirst upward extension and second upward extension—also referred to asfirst grip mechanism and second grip mechanism—to push the backpack upand into a more comfortable position for the user.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Various forms of backpacks go hand in hand with such activities ashiking and military “ruck” marches. Oftentimes, soldiers and outdoorenthusiasts find themselves hiking through all types of terrain for longdistances at a time. Regardless of whether the type of terrain ismountainous, flat or somewhere in between, heavy amounts of pressurebased on the weight of the backpack is concentrated onto portions of theuser's back. This concentration of weight causes pain and discomfort forthe user that can last well after the hike is concluded. In addition, afull backpack also sometimes forces objects contained inside thebackpack to protrude into the back of the user. This fact causesadditional pain and discomfort.

There are many attempts to alleviate the inherent problems associatedwith hiking and marching with backpacks. On the battlefield, soldiersare often seen stopping and doing a little bend and hop in order tothrust the backpack upward above the shoulder to help relinquish some ofthe weight concentration. Perhaps the most common is for the user toattempt to cinch the backpack straps to the tightest point. The purposeof this effort is to lift the backpack as high as possible in order toalleviate some pressure on the back and shoulders. However, manycinching items associated with backpacks are complicated to manage,particularly for the novice hiker. Moreover, cinching mechanisms alsocan be difficult to adjust. This is particularly important for longhikes where the user must adjust the backpack while on the move.Cinching mechanisms also sometimes do not force the backpack high enoughover the shoulders to solve the painful weight issue associated withbackpacks. For these reasons, there remains a need for an item that caneasily permit the user to adjust the position of the backpack for aslong as necessary while on the move.

Another issue relating to hiking involves the ability to carry variousitems while also wearing a heavy backpack. For example, the weight anduncomfortable nature of a backpack becomes exacerbated when a hiker iscarrying excess equipment. This also affects climbers. Soldiers andhunters also find themselves holding their rifles. In the case ofsoldiers, their rifles typically are slung around their neck or securedto their body armor via a c clip. However, the weight of the rifle stillbears down on these individuals, causing them to hold their riflesupward to relieve some of the burden or to rest the rifle on theirammunition pouches, which in turn can reduce the effectiveness over timeof the cords or alice clips putting the soldier's pistol belt together.Because of this, there is a need for a load-bearing belt that not onlyrelieves the weight burdens caused by a backpack, but alsosimultaneously creates natural resting points for the arms, equipment orrifles of those marching outside. The present invention solves theseproblems through the use of its first forward projecting lever andsecond forward projecting lever that serve to cause the upward levers tolift and accept the weight burden of the backpack when downward force isapplied to the first forward projecting lever and second forwardprojecting lever. At the same time, the first forward projecting leverand second forward projecting lever may be used as a resting positionfor a user's arms, equipment or rifles.

Additional issues relates to hikers who wish to enjoy the outdoors, butalso desire to bring their small children along. Many hiking trails arenot conducive to baby carriages. For this reason, there is a need for aload-bearing belt that solves the aforementioned problems, but alsoallows a hiker to bring a small child along without causing excessiveoverburdening or danger. The present invention also solves thisadditional problem with the use of its projecting levers. The projectinglevers are sturdy enough and their width can be adjusted so that a babypack can be worn so that a small child may be secured into this babypack. The user then could handle the first forward projecting lever andsecond forward projecting lever to steer the child, adjust its weightand even play with the child as the child is secured to a baby pack in aposition where a backpack would remain.

U.S. Pat. No. 4,139,132 issued to Fairchild on Feb. 13, 1979, is anarray of levers attached to a backpack in order to redistribute theweight of the backpack. Unlike the present invention, Fairchild employslevers that are located over the shoulders of the user. In that manner,the levers in Fairchild are obstructive to the user. In addition,Fairchild does not alleviate the weight burden of the backpack, butinstead merely shifts the weight more evenly. Moreover, Fairchildemploys levers that are limited and attached to a backpack. In contrast,the present invention utilizes levers that are secured to a waist belt.This means that the present invention is more adaptable and not relianton certain types of backpacks. The present invention also satisfies itsfunction with fewer parts. In addition, the placement and qualities ofthe first forward projecting lever and second forward projecting leverand first rear lever and second rear lever of the present invention, viathe first fulcrum and second fulcrum, result in actual upward lifting ofthe backpack that serves to alleviate the weight burden of the backpack.

U.S. Pat. No. 4,154,381 issued to Zulfich on May 15, 1979, is a backpackand frame apparatus. Zulfich employs levers, a frame, shoulder strapsand pulleys to ultimately shift the weight burden on a user's hips.Unlike the present invention, Zulfich requires numerous moveable piecesand parts, particularly pulleys and straps. These extraneous parts makeZulfich much more complicated to maintain and produce, and also exposemore elements to degradation due to dirt, water and other naturalconditions relevant to hiking The present invention, in contrast, merelyutilizes levers and a fulcrum that are secured to a waist belt. Thepresent invention also differs in that it does not require a backpackframe. In addition, the placement and qualities of the first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever and first rearlever and second rear lever of the present invention, via the firstfulcrum and second fulcrum, result in actual upward lifting of thebackpack that serves to alleviate the weight burden of the backpackwithout such requirements as frames, pulleys and straps.

U.S. Pat. No. 6,607,108 issued to Mydans on Aug. 19, 2003, is a loadtransfer and stabilization system for backpacks. Unlike the presentinvention, Mydans incorporates a roll bar into a hip belt that isdesigned to stabilize a backpack. While Mydans employs various parts,including rods and extension members, the design limits it to stabilityand reduction in side-to-side swaying of the backpack. The presentinvention, in contrast, employs first forward projecting lever andsecond forward projecting lever that cause first rear lever and secondrear lever to rise upward via first fulcrum and second fulcrum when theuser applies force to the first forward projecting lever and secondforward projecting lever. This function actually causes a backpack to belifted upward, where the bulk of the weight is lifted above theshoulders and off of the back and shoulders. This function relieves theuser on a temporary, and at times more substantial amount of time of theburdens of a heavy backpack or baby pack. The present invention alsodiffers from Mydans in that the secondary function of the presentinvention permits people such as soldiers, hunters and equipmentcarriers the ability to rest their equipment or weapons on the firstforward projecting lever and second forward projecting lever.

U.S. Pat. No. 6,840,419 issued to Penny et al on Jan. 11, 2005, is anadjustable load support-mounting device for backpacks. Unlike thepresent invention, Penny employs complex mounting devices that attach abelt-like apparatus to the backpack. The present invention, in contrast,avoids the complex associations between the backpack and waist belt bymaking them independent of each other. This enables naturalcompatibility between the waist belt elements of the present inventionand any backpack or baby pack. In addition, Penny is primarily used forbackpack support while the present invention actually causes a backpackto be lifted upward, where the bulk of the weight is lifted above theshoulders and off of the back and shoulders. This function relieves theuser on a temporary, and at times more substantial amount of time of theburdens of a heavy backpack or baby pack. The present invention alsodiffers from Penny in that the secondary function of the presentinvention permits people such as soldiers, hunters and equipmentcarriers the ability to rest their equipment or weapons on the firstforward projecting lever and second forward projecting lever.

Carrying a backpack or baby pack can be very burdensome. Hikers,soldiers and parents all can relate to the inherent problems relating tocurrent load-bearing devices as described above. The present inventionsolves these problems through the combined functions of its independentwaist belt, first forward projecting lever and second forward projectinglever, first rear lever and second rear lever and first fulcrum andsecond fulcrum. The user of the present invention provides his or herown force onto the first forward projecting lever and second forwardprojecting lever, which in turn cause a seesaw motion through thefulcrum in regard to the first rear lever and second rear lever. Thefirst rear lever and second rear lever, in turn, rise upward and liftthe backpack as high as needed to alleviate pain from the weight of thebackpack or baby pack. Ultimately, this function solves a fundamentalproblem facing those carrying heavy loads and equipment.

SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT IVENTION

The present invention is a load-bearing system for backpacks or babypacks comprising a waist belt, a first forward projecting lever andsecond forward projecting lever both with attached first grip and secondgrip, shorter first rear lever and second rear lever with attached firstupward extension and second upward extension and a first fulcrum andsecond fulcrum that are configured to cause the first rear lever andsecond rear lever to react upon applied force to the first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever. When downwardforce is applied to the first forward projecting lever and secondforward projecting lever, the first rear lever and second rear leverwill lift upward. This function forces the first upward extension andsecond upward extension to push the backpack up and into a morecomfortable position for the user. The present invention may be used asa permanent lifting element to alleviate the physical stress applied tohis or her back and shoulders due to the weight of the backpack.Moreover, the present invention also may be used as a temporary item toalleviate this pressure. This temporary function works when the useremploys his or her strength to push the first forward projecting leverand second forward projecting lever forward, which would automaticallylift the first rear lever and second rear lever and consequently liftthe backpack for as long as the user desires. A locking mechanism alsois contemplated.

The waist belt of the present invention is wrapped around the userswaist as would any support belt or pistol belt. The first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever, first fulcrum andsecond fulcrum, and first rear lever and second rear lever are locatedon the right and left sides of the waist belt. The first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever are bendable ortelescoping, meaning that they can be positioned up or down near theside of the user in order to keep the first forward projecting lever andsecond forward projecting lever out of the way and to maintainadaptability. Typically, when the waist belt is put on, the firstforward projecting lever and second forward projecting lever will be upand to each side of the user. In this manner, it is easy for the user tograsp the first grip and second grip that extend from the first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever. This permitscomfort and steering, which is particularly important due to the changedcenter of gravity from a heavy backpack. The first rear lever and secondrear lever, meanwhile, are located underneath the backpack or somesturdy part of the backpack. The first rear lever and second rear leveralso may be fixed to the backpack via insertion points or an attachmentinterface, which has been affixed, to the backpack by the user in orderto interface with the belt more easily. In this regard, it could be anaccessory item offered with the belt.

The user may then grasp the first grip and second grip and push thefirst forward projecting lever and second forward projecting leverdownward. This downward motion causes the first rear lever and secondrear lever to rise due in part to the connection between the firstforward projecting lever and second forward projecting lever and thefirst rear lever and second rear lever via the first fulcrum and secondfulcrum located in between. As mentioned above, the lift from the firstrear lever and second rear lever forces the first upward extension andsecond upward extension to press into the backpack in a solid and sturdymotion. The backpack will be forced to lift upward to a more comfortableposition. Once the first forward projecting lever and second forwardprojecting lever is locked into place, either through a conventionallocking mechanism or through manual force or a weighted object, thebackpack will rest upon the first upward extension and second upwardextension at this higher location.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a front view of the present invention with the first forwardprojecting lever and second forward projecting lever in an undeployedposition.

FIG. 2 is a side view of the present invention with the first forwardprojecting lever and first rear lever in an undeployed position.

FIG. 3 is a side view of the present invention with the first forwardprojecting lever and first rear lever in a deployed position.

FIG. 4 is a side view depicting the motion of the components in thepresent invention.

FIG. 5 is a side view depicting an example of the present inventionduring use.

FIG. 6 is a side view demonstrating the function of the presentinvention to assist in carrying additional equipment loads.

FIG. 7 is a front view demonstrating the function of the presentinvention to assist in carrying additional equipment loads.

FIG. 8 is a side view demonstrating the function of the presentinvention to assist in carrying small children.

FIG. 9 is a side view of the present invention with the second forwardprojecting lever and second rear lever in a deployed position.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

The primary elements regarding the preferred embodiment of the presentinvention relate to the waist belt (10), first forward projecting lever(30) and second forward projecting lever (35), a first fulcrum (70) andsecond fulcrum (75) and a first rear lever (50) and second rear lever(55). In FIG. 1, we see a front view of the present invention. In theview depicted in FIG. 1, we see that the waist belt (10) is conventionalin how it is worn. The preferred embodiment as seen in FIG. 1 employs aconventional belt connector mechanism (20) that is similar to those usedin traditional pistol belts or support belts. However, otherconventional connection means are anticipated. The waist belt (10) ofthe present invention is adjustable and flexible enough to be worn byusers of varying sizes in multiple types of conditions. In addition, thewaist belt (10) can be fitted with pockets or pouches that are eithersewed on or attached via conventional clips. An embodiment of the waistbelt (10) also includes a slide that is fitted to the back of the waistbelt (10) between the user's back and the backpack. The slide's surfacein particular will assist in reducing friction between the backpack andthe waist belt (10) as the backpack is lifted and lowered.

The example of FIG. 1 also displays the first forward projecting lever(30) and second forward projecting lever (35). The first forwardprojecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) islocated at the right and left side of the waist belt (10). Both thefirst forward projecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever(35) includes a first grip (40) and second grip (45) respectively thatfaces the user. The first grip (40) and second grip (45) is included inthe preferred embodiment because it allows the user better control ofboth steering through tight quarters and also for more comfortable andeffective control as the user pushes down on the first forwardprojecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) to deploythe present invention or conversely, to pull up on the first forwardprojecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) in orderto redeploy the present invention. The preferred embodiment of the firstgrip (40) and second grip (45) is such that these items are constructedin similar fashion to traditional pistol grips. The view of FIG. 1displays the first forward projecting lever (30) and second forwardprojecting lever (35) in the redeployed, or start position.

FIG. 2 is a side view of the present invention. The view of FIG. 2displays the present invention in the same condition and position asseen in FIG. 1. In that regard, FIG. 2 also depicts a forward projectinglever (30) in the start position. In the preferred embodiment, the startposition for the forward projected lever (30) is about 90 degrees. FIG.2 also offers a view of one of a first rear lever (50) and second rearlever (55). The first forward projecting lever (30) and second forwardprojecting lever (35) and first rear lever (50) and second rear lever(55) in the preferred embodiment are constructed of a sturdy materialsuch as metal or hard plastic. At the undeployed, or start phase, thefirst rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) will be about 180degrees, or roughly parallel to the marching surface. It should be notedthat the elements of the present invention, particularly the firstforward projecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35),first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) and first fulcrum (70)and second fulcrum (75) may be set in an additional embodiment so thatthe start positions are altered to best fit the needs of the individualuser. It also is to be understood that both sides of the presentinvention operate in tandem and thus are to be considered mirror imagesof each other.

As we see in FIG. 2, when the first forward projecting lever (30) andsecond forward projecting lever (35) are in the start position, thefirst rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) remain at about 180degrees toward the back of the user. The first rear lever (50) andsecond rear lever (55) also each include a first upward extension andsecond upward extension (60)—also referred to as first grip mechanismand second grip mechanism—that generally faces upward from the startposition of the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55). Afulcrum (70) on each side connects the first forward projecting lever(30) and second forward projecting lever (35) and the first rear lever(50) and second rear lever (55). The fulcrum (30) is a conventional itemthat permits the user to either deploy the present invention in a seesawmotion or a ratcheting motion. The fulcrum (30) is secured to the waistbelt (10) via conventional means. Essentially, due to the placement andlonger length of the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) in relation to the shorter length of thefirst rear lever and second rear lever, it is easier in terms ofleverage for the user to cause the first rear lever and second rearlever to rise.

In FIG. 3, we see a view of the present invention in its deployed state.When fully deployed, the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) in the preferred embodiment may be lockedor held into position in roughly the same horizontal plane as a diameterof the waist belt. (10). As we see in FIG. 3, the first grip (40) andsecond grip (45) will then face upward. Meanwhile, FIG. 3 depicts therear lever (50) pointing upward at a roughly 135-degree angle from firstforward projecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35).

FIG. 4 offers an additional view depicting how the preferred embodimentof the present invention functions. As we see in FIG. 4, the startposition places the forward projecting lever (30) at its roughly90-degree angle extending above a plane of a diameter of the waist belt(10) while the rear lever (50) is disposed past the back of the user atabout 180 degrees. The view of FIG. 4 also adds the additional elementof a backpack (80) that is being worn by the user. As FIG. 4demonstrates, the user will apply force via his or her own arm strengthto push the first forward projecting lever (30) and second forwardprojecting lever (35) forward. As the first forward projecting lever(30) and second forward projecting lever (35) are being pushed forward,the fulcrum (30) will serve as the pivot point for which the first rearlever (50) and second rear lever (55) will swing upward. Depending onthe pre-arranged settings of the fulcrum (70), it is envisioned that theseesaw nature of the force pertaining applied to the first forwardprojecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) will notequally lift the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55).Instead, it is envisioned in the preferred embodiment that after acertain point of lift relating to the first rear lever (50) and secondrear lever (55), the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) will continue on their downward slope whenforce is applied until the first forward projecting lever (30) andsecond forward projecting lever (35) lock into place via conventionalmeans. Of course this setting function is not required as the primaryfunction of the present invention is still prevalent as the forced firstforward projecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35)cause the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) via the firstfulcrum and second fulcrum to swing upward through natural seesawmotion.

FIG. 5 provides a depiction of the present invention as it might lookwhile deployed in actual conditions. As we see in FIG. 5, the user hasalready locked or held the first forward projecting lever (30) andsecond forward projecting lever (35) into place after applying forcethat caused this element to swing forward. Due to that action, the firstrear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) were swung upward to about 45degrees. As FIG. 5 illustrates, the upward motion of the first rearlever (50) and second rear lever (55) caused the first upward extensionand second upward extension (60) to push the backpack (80) upward. Thefirst upward extension and second upward extension (60) are also knownand referred to as a first grip mechanism and second grip mechanism.Once the first forward projecting lever (30) and second forwardprojecting lever (35) were locked or held into place, the first fulcrum(70) and second fulcrum (75) caused via conventional means the firstrear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) to also be locked or heldinto place through the seesaw motion. It is important to note that thelocking aspect of the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) is merely an embodiment of the presentinvention. Even without the locking aspect, the present invention willstill function to alleviate the pressure and weight emanating from abackpack. For example, in FIG. 5, we also see that the user may beapplying pressure to the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) via the handgrips (40). Manual force fromthe user will continue to cause the first rear lever (50) and secondrear lever (55) to rise upward as seen in FIG. 5 via the conventionalconfiguration between the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) and first rear lever (50) and second rearlever (55) via the first fulcrum and second fulcrum (70). In anadditional embodiment of the present invention, the first rear lever andsecond rear lever also may be fixed to the backpack via insertion pointsor a conventional attachment interface, which has been affixed to thebackpack by the user in order to interface with the waist belt (10) moreeasily. In this regard, it could be an accessory item offered with thewaist belt (10).

FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 are additional views of the present invention relatingto its dual use of providing support for added equipment being carriedby the user. As FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 depict, the first forward projectinglever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) serve as naturalresting points for the user while also maintaining the primary functionas described in the other figures. An additional embodiment envisionsthat the handgrips (40) may be manually twisted, minimized or removedaltogether in order to create more room and opportunity for the user. INFIG. 6 and FIG. 7, we see a depiction of a soldier resting his or herrifle on the first forward projecting lever (30) and second forwardprojecting lever (35). Not only do the first forward projecting lever(30) and second forward projecting lever (35) provide a solid restingpoint for the rifle, but the weight of the rifle or other equipment alsowould cause the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) to riseupward as described above to solve the weight problem from the backpack.At the same time, slinged or clipped equipment such as military weaponrywould be rested on the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35). This would alleviate the natural pull andstrain on the upper body or arms that people such as soldiers or huntersoften experience when carrying rifles or military weapons. Of course thedepiction in FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 are not limited to weapons. A user couldhang bags or items to the first forward projecting lever (30) and secondforward projecting lever (35) that would aid in both carrying of extraitems and create natural downward force onto the first forwardprojecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) that inturn would cause the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) torise based on the above description.

FIG. 8 offers a side view of an additional embodiment relating to thetransport of a small child. As we see in FIG. 8, the function and use ofthe present invention is about the same as related to the abovedescriptions. However, it is important to note that a baby pack can beworn and ultimately lifted via the function of the present invention inmuch the same way as a typical backpack. Herein, the term baby pack isin reference to a conventional small child-carrying item. However, thepresent invention goes beyond its primary function in terms of the babypack embodiment. While the traditional problem is solved via the abovedescriptions relating to lifting the weight of the small child and babypack upward, the user also may use the handgrips (40) and first forwardprojecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35) tointeract with the child. This includes such activities as controlledbouncing or swaying from side to side. This additional function alsopermits the user to lower, raise or even steer the baby pack ifnecessary or desired.

FIG. 9 is shown to clarify that that the described function of the firstforward projecting lever (30) and first rear lever (50) mirrors thefunction of the second forward projecting lever (35) and second rearlever (55). FIG. 9 is the same as FIG. 3 except that FIG. 9 displays theother side of the present invention featuring the second forwardprojecting lever (35) and second rear lever (55) and all componentsrelating to this other side of the present invention.

Again, as described above, it is important to note that the firstforward projecting lever (30) and second forward projecting lever (35)is telescoping or otherwise bendable or retractable in the preferredembodiment. The first forward projecting lever (30) and second forwardprojecting lever (35) also permit greater leverage for the function ofthe present invention due to their longer length and placement comparedwith the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55). Moreover, thefirst end of the first rear lever (50) extends toward the second end ofthe second rear lever and vice versa in the preferred embodiment inorder to accommodate more types and sizes of backpacks and baby packs.It also should be noted that the first projecting lever and secondprojecting lever (30) may be in line with the first rear lever (50) andsecond rear lever (55) or disposed from one another such that the firstrear lever (50) and second rear lever (55) extends upward and an obtuseangle is formed between the first projecting lever and second projectinglever (30) and the first rear lever (50) and second rear lever (55).Meanwhile, the first grip (40) and second grip (45) is disposed on andperpendicular to the first projecting lever and second projecting lever(30). Also, the first upward extension and second upward extension(60)—also referred to as first grip mechanism and second gripmechanism—is disposed on the first rear lever and second rear lever.

Based on the above description, the present invention essentially allowsa user to wear the waist belt (10). An embodiment of the waist belt (10)includes additional storage items such as pouches and pockets, and alsoa slide that is fitted to the back of the waist belt (10) between theuser's back and the backpack. The slide's surface in particular willassist in reducing friction between the backpack and the waist belt asthe backpack is lifted and lowered. The user may then grip the firstgrip and second grip (40). The user then can elect to pressdownward—also referred to as force downward—the first projecting leverand second projecting lever (30). The action causes the first rear lever(50) and second rear lever (55) to rise or lift upward. When thathappens, a backpack or baby pack will also be forced upward to helpalleviate the pressures associated with carrying a heavy load while onthe move.

Having illustrated the present invention, it should be understood thatvarious adjustments and versions might be implemented without venturingaway from the essence of the present invention. The present invention isnot limited to the embodiments described above, and should beinterpreted as any and all embodiments within the scope of the followingclaims.

1. A load-bearing system, comprising: a waist belt having a firstfulcrum and a second fulcrum; a first forward projecting lever incommunication with said first fulcrum; a second forward projecting leverin communication with said second fulcrum a first rear lever incommunication with said first fulcrum at a first end of said first rearlever; a second rear lever in communication with said second fulcrum ata first end of said second rear lever; said first forward projectinglever and said first rear lever configured as being unattached but forbeing attached to said first fulcrum; and said second forward projectinglever and said second rear lever configured as being unattached but forbeing attached to said second fulcrum.
 2. The load-bearing system ofclaim 1, wherein said first fulcrum and said second fulcrum are disposedon opposite ends of said waist belt.
 3. The load-bearing system of claim1, wherein said first forward projecting lever is in fixed communicationwith said first rear lever.
 4. The load-bearing system of claim 1,wherein said second forward projecting lever is in fixed communicationwith said second rear lever.
 5. The load-bearing system of claim 1,wherein said first forward projecting lever is longer than said firstrear lever.
 6. The load-bearing system of claim 1, wherein said secondforward projecting lever is longer than said second rear lever.
 7. Theload-bearing system of claim 1, wherein said first forward projectinglever is telescoping.
 8. The load-bearing system of claim 1, whereinsaid second forward projecting lever is telescoping.
 9. (canceled) 10.(canceled)
 11. The load-bearing system of claim 1, wherein said firstprojecting lever and said first rear lever are in line.
 12. Theload-bearing system of claim 1, wherein said second projecting lever andsaid second rear lever are in line.
 13. The load-bearing system of claim1, wherein said first projecting lever and said first rear lever aredisposed from one another such that said first rear lever extends upwardand an obtuse angle is formed between said first projecting lever andsaid first rear lever.
 14. The load-bearing system of claim 1, whereinsaid second projecting lever and said second rear lever are disposedfrom one another such that said second rear lever extends upward and anobtuse angle is formed between said second projecting lever and saidsecond rear lever.
 15. The load-bearing system of claim 1, wherein afirst grip is disposed on and perpendicular to said first projectinglever.
 16. The load-bearing system of claim 1, wherein a second grip isdisposed on and perpendicular to said second projecting lever.
 17. Theload-bearing system of claim 1, wherein a first grip mechanism isdisposed on said first rear lever.
 18. The load-bearing system of claim1, wherein a second grip mechanism is disposed on said second rearlever.
 19. A load-bearing system, comprising: a waist belt having afirst fulcrum and a second fulcrum; a first forward projecting lever incommunication with said first fulcrum; a second forward projecting leverin communication with said second fulcrum a first rear lever incommunication with said first fulcrum at a first end of said first rearlever; a second rear lever in communication with said second fulcrum ata first end of said second rear lever; said first forward projectinglever and said first rear lever configured as being unattached but forbeing attached to said first fulcrum; and said second forward projectinglever and said second rear lever configured as being unattached but forbeing attached to said second fulcrum. wherein said first fulcrum andsaid second fulcrum are disposed on opposite ends of said waist belt;wherein said first forward projecting lever is in fixed communicationwith said first rear lever; wherein said second forward projecting leveris in fixed communication with said second rear lever; wherein saidfirst forward projecting lever is longer than said first rear lever;wherein said second forward projecting lever is longer than said secondrear lever; wherein said first forward projecting lever is telescoping;wherein said second forward projecting lever is telescoping; whereinsaid first end of said first rear lever extends toward said first end ofsaid second rear lever; wherein said first end of said second rear leverextends toward said first end of said first rear lever; wherein saidfirst projecting lever and said first rear lever are in line; whereinsaid second projecting lever and said second rear lever are in line;wherein said first projecting lever and said first rear lever aredisposed from one another such that said first rear lever extends upwardand an obtuse angle is formed between said first projecting lever andsaid first rear lever; wherein said second projecting lever and saidsecond rear lever are disposed from one another such that said secondrear lever extends upward and an obtuse angle is formed between saidsecond projecting lever and said second rear lever; wherein a first gripis disposed on and perpendicular to said first projecting lever; whereina second grip is disposed on and perpendicular to said second projectinglever; wherein a first grip mechanism is disposed on said first rearlever; and wherein a second grip mechanism is disposed on said secondrear lever.
 20. (canceled)